Female blue whales typically give birth every 23 years and calves are weaned at about six months and reach maturity. One of the benefits of staying on the west coast of mexico is that unlike the east coast, you can go whale watching. Whale watch cabo cabo san lucas all you need to know. The whale photo safari is available during whale season, from december to march. Whale watching season in cabo san lucas starts the 15th of december and ends the 15th of april of each. This site uses cookies to improve your experience, to enhance site security and to show you personalized advertising. Cruise the pacific ocean and sea of cortes on a comfortable inflatable boat, as your guide teaches you about whales and their habitat. Average high 27c, average low 20c, water temperature 21c, rainfall 0mm. Catch up on the rest of my adventure in mexico last month if you missed it. Cabo san lucas whale watching season begins baja mexico. In cabo, that brings the most awaited season, nope not christmas whale watching. Jan 29, 2016 cabo expeditions is the pioneer in the whale watching tour business in cabo san lucas, with over 15 years experience. After about a year inside its mothers womb, a baby blue whale emerges weighing up to 3 tons 2.
Whale watching season in cabo ranges from early december to midapril, with the season peaking from late december to late january. Swim with whale sharks in cabo and see them upclose cabo. They are the largest extant fish species and, when fully grown, can weigh well over 20,000 pounds and reach lengths easily exceeding 30 feet. Jan 24, 2017 whale watching season is in full swing on mexicos pacific coast. Whale watching season is in full swing on mexicos pacific coast. May is the driest month of the year, with no rain at all and clear skies. Whale season in cabo spans the months from december to april. The baja, a desert racing event, takes place in november, with vehicles racing down the length of the baja peninsula over rugged desert terrain, ending in cabo san lucas. Whale watching cabo san lucas whale watch cabo tours. Youll impress the other onlookers with your knowledge of the deep. We are often asked about how often we see whales on our tours last year, from december 15 to april 15th, on 100% of our tours. Cabo san lucas weather and climate cabo san lucas tours. Humpback whales can reach sizes of over 50 feet in length and weigh as much as 80,000 pounds. Whales can be seen all around the middle peninsula of baja california sur.
Witness the oceans giant mammals in their natural habitat. Also, think about getting a guide on whale watching. Our regions ideal climate, shallow waters, salinity and abundant marine life make it the perfect place for whales to birth and rear their young each. Blue whale calves enter the world already ranking among the planets largest creatures. A few lucky customers will get the rare gift of seeing mother whales and her newborn calves. As you go, enjoy light snacks, and catch sight of whales and possibly a few dolphins. We offer small group and affordable private tours, all 2. Year after year this marvelous mammal makes an amazing trip from alaska to settle here for a period of time at baja california sur to give birth. Cabo expeditions whale watching season 2016 contact. Whale watching in cabo the blue whale itravel cabo.
Whale sharks are slowmoving, filterfeeding carpet sharks found in tropical and warmtemperate seas. Water temperatures remain chilly this month, the last month of humpback whale season. What started as just one marine biologist and one captain has slowly grown to be the only premier whale watching company in cabo san lucas. This season marks the 5th year of operations for us here in cabo san lucas. Go whalewatching in cabo san lucas aboard a real pirate ship called the bucaneer queen. Whale watching in cabo season 2015 2016 cabotrek promo. Sail the pacific ocean and the sea of cortez in search of these amazing creatures. Gray whales have the shortest season in cabo, from early january. Whale watching season in cabo san lucas is held during december 15 to april 15. The first official day of the season is december 15. Videos you watch may be added to the tvs watch history and influence tv. October and november are also nice months for a vacation, but youll need to begin. The best time for whale watching in cabo san lucas, is from mid january to the mid march. Go whale watching in cabo san lucas aboard a real pirate ship called the bucaneer queen.
Whale watching season in the pacific ocean off the baja peninsula and in the sea of cortez begins in december and carries through the winter months until the end of march. Whale shark encounter by cabo adventures tripadvisor. Whale shark season officially begins in octoberbook today. To decide when is the best time for you to join us on a whale watching adventure, keep reading. We are very excited today to announce the official start to the cabo san lucas whale watching season with whale watch cabo. Along with the humpback, you can spot a variety of whales in the sea of cortez, including blue whales, gray whales, and orca whales. Cabo adventures is cabos premier tour and activity operator. Dec 12, 2015 whale watching in cabo with cabo trek, feel the difference. Whale watch cabo offers several types of whale watching tours beginning late november through april each year.
The winter months are also home to numerous festivals and events that make cabo san lucas travel popular during this time. We hope you will join whale watch cabo for the coming 201516 cabo san lucas whale watching season. Whale watching cabo san lucas season whale watch cabo tours. They spend their summers up north alaska, british columbia, washington state and their winters down south, which includes cabo. Whale watching in cabo with cabo trek, feel the difference.
Cabo san lucas events calender, outdoor activities, night clubs. They are perhaps the most famous whale species for breaching, which is on full display near cabo. A breach, a slap, a fluke of its tail and a song that boasts an uninterrupted 22 hours at the record breaking level. Large cetaceans, such as gray whales and humpback whales, migrate thousands of miles. They spend their summers up north alaska, british columbia, washington state and their winters down south, which includes cabo san lucas. Whale watching in cabo season 2015 2016 cabotrek promo youtube. Any thoughts on feb for watching the whales or is there a better month. The peak season for spotting humpbacks is from late december to late january.
Although theyre easily spotted from shore, were told that if we want a glimpse of them up close and personal, our best bet is to board a fast boat with a. Whalewatching season runs from middecember to midapril when thousands of ballenas whales ply the waters day and night. As we begin to approach high season in cabo all sorts of interesting things start happening. During this time, humpback whales and gray whales can get really close to the bay of cabo san lucas and its coastline. Lucy taught us a great deal about the whales during lull moments. Can you still book a tour to swim with the whale sharks or is that not in season in july. Heres the scoop on the tours, the types of whales in cabo, the cabo whale season, best time of day to go on a tour, and what to expect. Whale watching in cabo san lucas perfect conditions during. When its winter in north america the whales migrate down the coast to mexico to the warmer waters to feed, breed and chill. You can download general humpback whale information on this page. The sea of cortez hosts numerous whale species each season, from gray whales and sperm whales to the elusive blue whales plus dolphins and.
Whale watching cabo san lucas is not the same as you may encounter elsewhere. Large cetaceans, such as gray whales and humpback whales, migrate thousands of miles every year from the frigid northern pacific waters. The worlds aquarium, sea of cortez is home to some giant whale species. If playback doesnt begin shortly, try restarting your device. Whale watching cabo best time whale watch cabo tours. Humpback whales in cabo san lucas whale watch cabo tours. See the weather forecast for cabo san lucas, along with water temperatures, record temperatures, and average rainfall, among. Oct, 2016 also, think about getting a guide on whale watching.
Instead, they put on wild shows for the thousands who have come just to see them. Humpback whales are generally curious about objects in their environment. However, the gray whales are usually preceded by the arrival of the humpback whales. During the whale watching season, deep blue offers a daily, 2 hrs guided tour.
Cabo san lucas fair and festivals second half of october events held in cabo san lucas. Whale watching season begins in baja california travel. We sponsor, support and participate in numerous conservation efforts. The season usually comes with average temperatures in the mid70s and toward the end of the season, the mid80s. You will be accompanied by an experienced bilingual guide and learn all about humpback and gray whales.
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